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Home » Preservation Alert » July 8 Appear to support the Boyd Theatre

July 8 Appear to support the Boyd Theatre

posted by HowardBHaas on July 7, 2009 at 8:15am

PHILADELPHIA, PA — At this sidewalk gathering tomorrow, show support for the restoration and reopening of the Boyd Theatre, hear a short report by Friends of the Boyd president Howard B. Haas on the status of Philadelphia’s sole surviving premiere movie palace, and “meet and greet” Theatre Historical Society of America (THSA) members in Philadelphia.

THSA is the only organization in the U.S. which exclusively records, preserves and celebrates the rich architectural, cultural and social history of America’s theatres. The prestigious organization selected Philadelphia for their annual pilgrimage to historic theaters.

FREE event, no registration needed.

4:15 PM on the sidewalk in front of the Boyd Theatre, 1908 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102.

(Thanks to Friends of the Boyd for providing the photo.)

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posted by HowardBHaas on Jul 7, 2009 at 8:43am
Go get em guys and save this beauty from anytthing other than a Theatre.
posted by norelco on Jul 7, 2009 at 3:03pm
I lvoe the old picture showing Gigi playing at the Boyd. What year was this Howard?
posted by Mikeoaklandpark on Jul 8, 2009 at 3:33am
1958.
posted by HowardBHaas on Jul 8, 2009 at 6:38am
Although I don't reside in the Philadelphia area, I'm heartened to read/hear about another theatre that's being saved from the wrecking ball. I wish the Friends of the Boyd victory in their fight...and all the best of luck. It looks like a beautiful theatre.
posted by MPol on Jul 10, 2009 at 8:40am
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